Capital city in Baghdad Governorate, Iraq
Baghdad weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Baghdad
Mar–Apr and Oct–Nov are mild. Summers hit 45–50°C with power cuts; spring brings dust storms; Dec–Feb is cool and wet.
Baghdad weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°37 mm
- Feb18°33 mm
- Mar24°31 mm
- Apr30°24 mm
- May38°7 mm
- Jun43°0 mm
- Jul46°0 mm
- Aug46°0 mm
- Sep41°1 mm
- Oct34°11 mm
- Nov23°29 mm
- Dec17°28 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C60°F | 3°C37°F | 37 mm | 61% | Cool |
| February | 18°C65°F | 5°C41°F | 33 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C76°F | 9°C49°F | 31 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C87°F | 15°C58°F | 24 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| May | 38°C100°F | 21°C70°F | 7 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| June | 43°C110°F | 26°C79°F | 0 mm | 18% | Very hot |
| July | 46°C114°F | 29°C84°F | 0 mm | 17% | Very hot |
| August | 46°C114°F | 28°C83°F | 0 mm | 17% | Very hot |
| September | 41°C106°F | 24°C76°F | 1 mm | 19% | Very hot |
| October | 34°C93°F | 19°C66°F | 11 mm | 28% | Hot |
| November | 23°C74°F | 10°C50°F | 29 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| December | 17°C63°F | 5°C41°F | 28 mm | 58% | Cool |
Best months across Iraq
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Baghdad?
Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Mar–Apr and Oct–Nov are mild. Summers hit 45–50°C with power cuts; spring brings dust storms; Dec–Feb is cool and wet.
When is the rainy season in Baghdad?
Rain peaks in January with about 37 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Baghdad?
July, with average highs of 46°C (114°F).
How cold does Baghdad get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 3°C (37°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.